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Free BTEC Level 1 Engineering Course in Welwyn Garden City

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Engineering Course in Welwyn Garden City. Classes run at Oaklands College Welwyn Garden City Campus, full-time over 36 weeks.

The course introduces you to the engineering sector through workshop-based activities. You'll explore tools, materials, processes and basic engineering concepts. Units also cover communication, teamwork, organisation and planning. You'll need a minimum of four GCSEs at grades 1 to 3, or completion of an Entry Level programme. If you haven't yet achieved grade 4 in English or maths, you'll study those alongside the course. Assessment is through practical activities, assignments and portfolio evidence. There are no external exams.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Introductory Diploma in Engineering.

Who this course is for

Learners will develop a combination of personal development skills and introductory engineering knowledge and practical skills through a blend of practical, hands-on engineering activities and classroom-based learning. The course introduces learners to the engineering sector through workshop-based activities, allowing them to explore tools, materials, processes and basic engineering concepts. Learners will also develop skills in communication, teamwork, organisation and planning to support progression to further study or employment.

All learning is skills-based and internally assessed, with evidence gathered through practical activities, assignments and portfolio work.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades 1 to 3, or successful completion of an Entry Level programme. Learners who have not yet achieved GCSE grade 4 in English and/or maths will study these alongside the course. This course is suitable for learners who are interested in engineering and practical learning, and who want to build their confidence, skills and readiness for Level 2 study.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore tools, materials and engineering processes in a workshop setting.
  • You'll develop introductory knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering concepts.
  • You'll practise hands-on practical engineering skills.
  • You'll build communication and teamwork skills.
  • You'll develop organisation and planning skills to support further study or work.
  • You'll build a portfolio of evidence showing your skills and knowledge.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical workshop activities and classroom sessions. Assessment is internal throughout the course. You'll complete assignments, practical tasks and portfolio evidence assessed by your tutors. There are no external exams. You'll receive regular feedback to help you improve as you progress through the year.

What you will need to bring

Oaklands College Welwyn Garden City Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Engineering operative, supports production or maintenance tasks in an engineering setting.
  • Workshop assistant, assists with practical tasks under the supervision of qualified engineers.
  • Manufacturing assistant, works on production lines or in fabrication environments.
  • Apprentice engineer, combines on-the-job training with further study toward a Level 2 qualification.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 BTEC in Engineering, the natural next step after this Diploma, building on the practical and technical skills you've developed.
  • Level 2 Engineering Apprenticeship, combines paid work with structured training in a specialist engineering area.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 2, if you need to strengthen those qualifications before progressing further.
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